Description
Tiramisu truffles are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, offering a rich and creamy indulgence in every bite. These bite-sized treats combine smooth mascarpone cheese with bold espresso, all enveloped in a luxurious dark chocolate coating. Perfect for any occasion—from festive celebrations to intimate gatherings—these truffles are an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers. Their easy preparation and customizable nature make them a go-to dessert that can be made ahead of time, ensuring you’re always ready to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup crushed ladyfinger cookies
- 1/2 cup cooled espresso
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Brew strong espresso and let it cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, crushed ladyfingers, cooled espresso, sugar, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for about one hour to firm up.
- Form small balls using a cookie scoop and place them on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Melt dark chocolate until smooth and dip each truffle into the chocolate coating; allow excess to drip off.
- Chill coated truffles in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg